Hurricane Milton, nag-landfall na sa Florida sa Amerika bilang category 3 | Balitanghali

Summary

In Florida, strong winds and heavy rain caused by Hurricane Milton have led to the toppling of trees even before the storm made landfall. The hurricane, initially a Category 3 storm with winds of 205 km/h, has since weakened to Category 2. The storm has already spawned tornadoes and damaged over 120 homes. A local resident, Judith Batak de Belya, shares her experience from South Tampa Bay, describing the powerful winds and flooding. She and her community have taken precautions, such as installing shutters to protect windows, as they brace for further impacts.

Takeaways

• 🌧️ Strong winds and heavy rain are being experienced in Florida due to Hurricane Milton.
• 🌳 Several trees have fallen before the landfall of the hurricane, which hit as a Category 3 storm.
• 🌀 Hurricane Milton brought winds of up to 205 km/h, according to the US National Hurricane Center.
• 🏠 Over 120 homes have been damaged, and at least nine tornadoes were caused by the storm.
• 📉 The hurricane has been downgraded to Category 2, and it may weaken further into an extra-tropical cyclone.
• 🌪️ The National Weather Service warns that more tornadoes could form due to the storm.
• 🏖️ Areas near the coast have experienced severe flooding due to the storm's heavy rains.
• 🏠 Residents are preparing by installing shutters on windows to prevent breakage from strong winds.
• 💨 A resident from Tampa Bay describes the winds and rain as the strongest she has experienced in her 4 years living in Florida.
• 📹 Video footage shows the current situation outside, with strong winds visible in the area.

Q & A

What weather conditions are being experienced in Florida due to Hurricane Milton?

Florida is experiencing strong winds and heavy rainfall, with trees falling on roads as a result of Hurricane Milton.

What category was Hurricane Milton when it made landfall, and how strong were the winds?

Hurricane Milton made landfall as a Category 3 storm, with winds reaching 205 km/h, according to the US National Hurricane Center.

What has been the impact of Hurricane Milton on Florida so far?

The hurricane has caused the fall of trees on roads, produced at least 9 tornadoes, and damaged over 120 homes in Florida.

What is the current status of Hurricane Milton?

Hurricane Milton has weakened to a Category 2 storm and is expected to continue moving east-northeast, possibly weakening further into an extratropical cyclone by tomorrow night.

What precautions are residents in South Tampa Bay taking to protect themselves from the storm?

Residents in South Tampa Bay, like Miss Judith Batak de Belya, are installing shutters on their windows to prevent damage from the strong winds.

How does Miss Judith describe the current weather conditions in her area?

Miss Judith describes the weather in South Tampa Bay as having very strong winds and heavy rainfall, especially affecting areas near the coastline, which are experiencing flooding.

How does Miss Judith’s current experience with Hurricane Milton compare to previous storms?

Miss Judith stated that this is the strongest storm she has ever experienced in her four years of living in Florida.

How long has Miss Judith been living in Florida, and where did she move from?

Miss Judith has been living in Florida for four years, after moving from Maryland.

What are the potential dangers that could arise from Hurricane Milton besides strong winds and rain?

Aside from strong winds and rain, Hurricane Milton may also form tornadoes. The storm has already produced at least 9 tornadoes in Florida.

What actions does the news anchor recommend to Miss Judith during the storm?

The news anchor advises Miss Judith to stay indoors and avoid going outside to prevent exposure to dangerous conditions.